Drop-in LED instrument cluster lighting for 5.5 owners. Finally found one that works!
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T5 Replacements from Hong Kong
I purchased 5 of the T-5 wedge bases (from Hong Kong via Amazon) and FYI, the quality is NOT the same as OEM. The bulbs/LEDs fit fine, but you have to apply a different method to getting the wedge bases installed in your cluster.
With the OEM, you push it in until you are forced to stop, then easily turn to lock in place. Using the replacements, I had to push in and let it fall down a bit while I kept trying to turn to lock it in place. Finally you will reach the point where it may turn and you have to apply a bit more force. Lets just say that some of the plastic started shearing off.
I spent about half an hour trying to install these like I would the OEM, then realized they don't lock into position the same way.
With the OEM, you push it in until you are forced to stop, then easily turn to lock in place. Using the replacements, I had to push in and let it fall down a bit while I kept trying to turn to lock it in place. Finally you will reach the point where it may turn and you have to apply a bit more force. Lets just say that some of the plastic started shearing off.
I spent about half an hour trying to install these like I would the OEM, then realized they don't lock into position the same way.
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Thanks for those, is there a certain way to turn the socket cause my lights are not working in the Speedo with the stock lights...
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I purchased 5 of the T-5 wedge bases (from Hong Kong via Amazon) and FYI, the quality is NOT the same as OEM. The bulbs/LEDs fit fine, but you have to apply a different method to getting the wedge bases installed in your cluster.
With the OEM, you push it in until you are forced to stop, then easily turn to lock in place. Using the replacements, I had to push in and let it fall down a bit while I kept trying to turn to lock it in place. Finally you will reach the point where it may turn and you have to apply a bit more force. Lets just say that some of the plastic started shearing off.
I spent about half an hour trying to install these like I would the OEM, then realized they don't lock into position the same way.
With the OEM, you push it in until you are forced to stop, then easily turn to lock in place. Using the replacements, I had to push in and let it fall down a bit while I kept trying to turn to lock it in place. Finally you will reach the point where it may turn and you have to apply a bit more force. Lets just say that some of the plastic started shearing off.
I spent about half an hour trying to install these like I would the OEM, then realized they don't lock into position the same way.
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I don't remember the OEM color ever being "white", but it's been 9 years since they were new.
I took public transportation to work for the first 5 years having the car
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Just busted a 2nd attempt with the t5 from Hong Kong they do not work and arent the same size as OEM damn it..off ebay..now got to check Amazon and see if they have them in stock....
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I'd like to do the same with my radio, but the desire can't seem to overcome the laziness.
Maybe when I see Tunermax in a few weeks, he'll give me some inspiration on how to do that.
Last edited by Rochester; 06-30-2011 at 06:04 AM.
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Looks great though, and the quality of it is amazing, much better than the cheap film I used before. Be sure to bring that stuff with you when you come, we'll put it in the ACC while you're here.
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Well, I decided the Radio Shack mod I did to my HVAC was too bright for my tastes and did not flow well with the warm white dash LEDs (74-WWHP3) or my stereo, so I ordered some red NEO4-R LED's and swapped out my DIY LEDs. Also replaced courtesy bulb under HVAC with a 74-WWHP3 to flow with dash.
Much more pleased with results...
BEFORE: Radio Shack LED mod...
![](http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h109/nismopc/IMG_20110626_200659.jpg)
AFTER: RED NEO4-R replacements... (crappy cellphone)
![](http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h109/nismopc/IMG_20110701_135111.jpg)
Much more pleased with results...
BEFORE: Radio Shack LED mod...
![](http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h109/nismopc/IMG_20110626_200659.jpg)
AFTER: RED NEO4-R replacements... (crappy cellphone)
![](http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h109/nismopc/IMG_20110701_135111.jpg)
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Last edited by nismopc; 07-01-2011 at 10:56 AM.
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^ Wow that turned out quite well, red is one of the 'darkest' colours you can use, and it still looks quite vibrant. The 'courtesy light' (is that what we've decided to call it? I'm never sure) is super bright, those little bulbs never cease to amaze me
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I'm just happy that the red's are the same exact color and brightness between the HVAC and the Sony. I almost went with the HP NEO's which are 6 lumens vs. these which are only 2 lumens. Glad I didn't...
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whent on the super bright led website to try an order the warm white led's, but i cant seem to find them im looking for the warm white i think it's the 74-WWHP3, if anyone can help can even seem the the correct page to add them to the cart lol
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http://www.superbrightleds.com/cgi-b...2F74-xHP3.html
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I managed to keep 2 OEM sockets in decent shape, so my gauges look good, now I'm just missing the trip and temp bulbs.
There may be a way to make the Hong Kong bulbs fit. Let me know what you find for replacements.
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Yeah, they are not inverted like the OEM ones are... The contacts are on the wrong side.
I managed to keep 2 OEM sockets in decent shape, so my gauges look good, now I'm just missing the trip and temp bulbs.
There may be a way to make the Hong Kong bulbs fit. Let me know what you find for replacements.
I managed to keep 2 OEM sockets in decent shape, so my gauges look good, now I'm just missing the trip and temp bulbs.
There may be a way to make the Hong Kong bulbs fit. Let me know what you find for replacements.
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